All Reviews for Kid Friendly (Ages 5-7)

The weather wasn't very good, the water was cold, and due to the tides, the sandy beach that you see in pictures was completely invisible. However, I was able to have an experience that I normally wouldn't get to have. It was a strange feeling to be standing in the middle of the ocean.

On the way to the sandbar, I was thrilled to see sea turtles and manta rays.

Also, the breakfast sandwich was simple but very delicious.

Even if you don't go snorkeling, you can enjoy playing in the water near the boat without getting soaked, so you can have fun even if you're not confident in your swimming skills.

あまり天気が良くなく、水も冷たく、干満の関係で写真で見るような砂浜もまったく見えない状態でしたが、普段、できないような体験ができました。海の真ん中に立っている不思議な感覚です。
サンドバーに着くまでには、ウミガメやマンタが見られ、感激でした。
また、朝食のサンドウィッチもシンプルですが、とてもおいしかったです。
シュノーケリングをしなくても、船の近くでずぶぬれにならずに水遊びができるので、泳ぎに自信がなくても楽しめます。

I tend to get seasick, so I was a bit worried, but there was no problem at all. It was mystical to see the turtles swimming and the schools of fish. Also, the view of the coastal hotels when returning from the sea was lovely. I think it's a sight you don't get to see often!

船酔いするタイプなので、ちょっと心配でしたが全く問題ありませんでした。
亀が泳ぐ姿や魚の群れが見れて神秘的でした。
また、沖から戻る際に見えた海岸ホテル群の景色が素敵です。なかなか見れない景色だと思いますよ！

Great crew. Beautiful day. Beautiful catamaran! Wish I could've done the Sunset Cruise as well.

I checked the tide levels when I signed up, so I knew that the sandbar would have water at least up to my knees on certain days, but the snorkeling experience was terrible.

We departed with over 60 people on a large bus, and the number increased even more at the location. With that many people, we were just taken in a line around a designated course and that was it. The snorkeling time was about 5 minutes? It felt more like a swimming lesson for kids. It would have been better not to do it at all.

The guide and crew had a good vibe and took photos and provided services, but the tour program itself was just too awful. I do not recommend it.

申し込む時点で潮位を調べてたので、サンドバーは少なくとも膝上くらいまでは水が出ある日、ということは分かってたけどシュノーケリングがひどかった。
大型バスに60名以上で出発し、現地でさらに人数が増える。その人数で、一列になって決められたコースをぐるっと回らされて終わり。シュノーケリング時間は5分くらい？子どもの水泳訓練か何かですか？という感じ。これならやらない方がマシだった。
ガイドさんやクルーのノリは良いし、写真を撮ったりサービスしてくれるけどツアープログラム自体がひどすぎる。お勧めしません。

This was our first time participating in Dolphin University as a pair. Since we were on the first bus, it was really early in the morning, but the staff member kept everyone energized, so I wasn't sleepy at all! I also learned a lot of interesting facts about dolphins.

When we arrived at the port and boarded the boat, we spotted dolphins in about five minutes!!! Around 20 dolphins were right in front of us! After that, we returned to the boat to relax, and then we saw another group of dolphins! This time, we even got to see a baby dolphin swimming along, and we were thrilled to witness dolphin jumps live! Later, we encountered three sea turtles, and I was constantly amazed throughout the trip!

We also had a packed schedule with canoeing, paddle surfing, a jumping contest from the boat, and a hula dance with all the participants! The pineapple and cheeseburger we had on the boat were really delicious. I was quite anxious about whether we would actually see dolphins before going, but it turned out to be an incredibly satisfying tour. Oh, for those who are worried about seasickness, I definitely recommend taking motion sickness medication beforehand (there were participants who got sick...). Also, a professional photographer took a lot of pictures during the tour, and I think it's definitely worth buying those photos! They were taken beautifully!

Next time I go to Hawaii, I absolutely want to participate again!

今回初めてイルカ大学に2人で参加しました。第1便だったので朝はすごく早かったのですがバスの中ではお姉さんがハイテンションでみんなを盛り上げてくれたので全く眠くなかったです！ イルカの豆知識もたくさん知ることができました。
いざ港に着き、船に乗り込むと5分くらいでイルカさんたちを発見！！！20頭くらいのイルカが私たちの目の前に！その後いったん船に戻りゆっくりしているとまた次のイルカの群れが！今度は赤ちゃんイルカも一緒に泳いでいるのも見れ、さらに生でドルフィンジャンプも見れて感動！そのあとは3匹の海亀さんにも出会え終始感動しっぱなしでした！
あとはカヌーやらパドルサーフィン、船からのジャンプ大会、参加者全員でのフラダンスと盛りだくさんの内容です！船の中で食べたパイナップルやチーズバーガーは本当においしかったです。行く前は本当にイルカに会えるか不安でしたが本当に大大大満足のツアーでした。あ、船酔いが心配な人は事前に必ず酔い止めを飲むのをオススメします。（参加者の中にもリバースしている人がいたので…）あとプロのカメラマンさんがツアー中にたくさん写真を撮ってくれるのですがその写真は絶対に買ったほうがいいと思います！ものすごく綺麗に撮ってくれます！
次ハワイに行く際はまた絶対に参加したいと思います！

OMG! I booked this tour for my husband's birthday today. It was simply amazing. Initially he was a little apprehensive, but once we started riding he really enjoyed the ride. Our guide was simply the BEST (Tate) He was very informative and knew so much about the ranch and the horses. He made the ride so much fun! We also enjoyed (Jayden) who was our other guide. We can't wait to go back because we will definitely be coming back here to do another tour. The scene was beautiful although it rained some of our ride we still enjoyed it and had a blast!! They make sure you are comfortable and are enjoying every minute of it. It was our kids first time riding as well. They had so much fun until they would like to get horses themselves now. You CAN'T go to North Shore and not do this activity!

This was my third experience, so I didn't have the strong impression I had the first time, but my friends who experienced it for the first time seemed to find it fresh and were very happy. They shared that it was a top-class event during our seven-night stay in Hawaii. As the one who invited them on this trip, I felt very pleased about that. Since it was muddy from the rain, the horses were slipping, which seemed to add to the thrill.

私自身は３度目の体験ですので、最初の時の強い印象はありませんが、今回初めて体験した友人夫婦には新鮮であったようでとても喜んでくれました。今回の７泊のハワイでのイベントのトップクラスと感想を伝えてくれました。その事が、今回の旅行を誘った私としては嬉しく思います。雨でぬかるんでいたため、馬が足を滑らせていたため、余計スリルに溢れていたようです。

When we went on the cruise for our 25th anniversary, the weather was clear and we felt very welcomed by the friendly crew. We also got offered a free drink at the bar as were the other guests. My wife and I enjoyed the relaxing breeze on the tour accompanied with the warm sun. On the boat, we saw gorgeous views of Diamond Head and Waikiki and also took a lot of pictures. While on the boat, we didn't feel any bumps and the trip was very smooth. When we go to Hawaii again, we'll definitely go on this cruise. I highly recommend this cruise for anybody travelling with friends, family, or as a couple.

When we went on the Waikiki Glass Bottom tour in Hawaii for our 25th anniversary, we were greeted very warmly and we felt very welcomed. Although it was raining, we still felt comfortable because of the crew and were offered free drinks. During the boat ride, we saw coral, tropical fish, and even sea turtles! We took lots of pictures of the stunning scenery of Waikiki and the Diamond Head. The crew also explained the history of Waikiki and made the tour more interesting so that every moment was enjoyable. Next time we come to Hawaii, we will definitely be going on the tour again. We highly recommend this great vacation tour for anyone travelling with friends, family, or as a couple.

Beautiful Ride! We just missed the hurricane that was forecasted to hit the island. There was no rain and the weather was fantastic. We did the beginner ride which took about an hour. We were able to see other animals on the farm. The farm is massive; over 600 acres I believe. Next time I would like to do the intermediate or advanced ride. The staff was very professional and polite. The tour guide was kind enough to give us a background of the history of the farm. I would definitely return and recommend to anybody that this horseback ride was beautiful and romantic. Try the sunset ride if you go with your significant other :)

The pickup did not arrive. I was passed around on the phone, and in the end, no one came to pick me up, so I had to cancel. What is the point of having an emergency contact? Ultimately, I was directed back to the first number I called, it felt like a comedy sketch... I was told to contact Japan, emailed VELTRA to explain the situation, and received a refund.

I had been looking forward to this tour for a long time, and since there was only one day that fit my schedule due to the park's closing day, I had no choice but to rent a car and buy tickets on-site to enter. However, because I was passed around on the phone, I left around noon and was able to enter only after 1 PM. Since the park closed at 4 PM, many attractions closed by 3 PM, and I couldn't enjoy myself at all before heading back. I spent the day in the worst mood, and my spirits remained low for the next three days... Moreover, two days later, another incident occurred where the pickup did not come. It was the worst trip.

I fully understand that VELTRA is not to blame. They showed various considerations in our subsequent communications, but I felt it was important to share the facts, so I decided to post this review.

ピックアップが来ませんでした。
電話はたらいまわしにされ、結局迎えは来ず、キャンセルにさせられました。
緊急連絡先の意味は？
最終的に最初に電話した番号を案内されるという、コントのような、、、。
日本に連絡しろと言われ、VELTRAさんにメールをし、経緯を説明し、返金してもらいました。

ずっと楽しみにしていたツアーで、閉園日もあったので、日程がこの日しか合わず、しょうがないのでレンタカーを借り、チケットも現地で購入し入園。
しかし、電話をたらいまわしにされたので、出発が12時近くなり、入園できたのが13時を回っていました。
16時閉演のため、15時には多くのアトラクションが閉まり、まったく楽しめず帰ってきました。
最悪の気分で一日過ごし、残りの3日間も気分が上がらず。。。
しかも、この2日後にまた、ピックアップが来ないという事態が起き。
最悪の旅行でした。

VELTRAさんが悪いわけではないのは重々承知の上です。
その後のやりとりでも色々とご配慮いただきましたが、事実はお伝えしたほうがよいと思い、口コミ投稿させていただきました。

I went to Taormina for the first time this time to confirm my reservation. When I arrived at the restaurant, there was a Japanese staff member who checked the time and confirmed if they could prepare a message plate for me. I was told my 7 PM reservation was at 6:30 PM, and they kindly said it would be fine to have the message plate. However, in reality, it seems there was a miscommunication, and the message plate only came out after I prompted them. It was disappointing, but overall it was delicious, so that was good. Compared to Japan, it's just not the same, right? (laughs)

今回初めてタオルミーナに食べに行きました〜予約の確認をしに行きました。
お店に行ったら日本人の定員さんがいて時間の確認とプレートを作ってくれるかの確認
19時の予約が18時３０分と言われ、メッセージプレートも心良く大丈夫と言ってもらいました〜が…
実際には…きっと伝達ミスで…メッセージプレートもこちらからの催促で出てきました…
残念でしたが〜トータルでは美味しかったので〜良かったです
やはり日本と比べたらダメですね〜（笑）

The trip was amazing. We went the first week of September so there wasn't much turtles or whales. It wasn't the season yet. It was still extremely fun and enjoyable. I went with my grandma and her or I did not get seasick! I recommend this for anyone who wants to relax at sea with a bit of adventure! Really great for elders and little kids. They have a net you can sit on. They also have a bar you can purchase alcoholic beverages or sodas! You can also buy a sippy cup so you won't spill your drink! Highly recommend and there's a coupon on Groupon! Take everyone!!! I will be coming back with more family members! Definitely coming back in December for the whales!

This is my second time participating, following last year. My travel companion doesn't snorkel, so I always sign up alone, but both Dan and Chieko talked to me a lot, so I didn't feel lonely at all. I highly recommend this for anyone who is going alone.

They provide thorough snorkeling instruction, so even though it had been a year since my last snorkeling experience, I was able to enjoy seeing the underwater world without any issues.

Photos can be downloaded for free from Facebook. I would like to participate again next time.

昨年に続き、2度目の参加です。旅の同行者はシュノーケルをしないので、毎回一人申し込みなのですが、Danさん、Chiekoさんともにたくさん話しかけてくださり、一人でも寂しくないので、ぜひ一人の方にもお勧めしたいです。
しっかりとシュノーケルの指導をしてくれるので、1年ぶりのシュノーケルでしたがトラブルなく、楽しく海の中を見ることができました。
写真はfacebookから無料でダウンロードできます。
また次回も参加したいと思います。

Last time I went to Hawaii, I participated in a dolphin tour with another company, but I got seasick and had to give up snorkeling. This time, I was really looking forward to swimming with the dolphins. However, due to the effects of the hurricane, we weren't able to see the dolphins on the first day, despite the high probability of encountering them.

However, since my husband couldn't swim and immediately cramped up, the Japanese guide helped him with a float and guided him to where the sea turtles were, so he was able to enjoy himself even without seeing the dolphins. I used a half-price ticket for not seeing the dolphins and tried again the next day.

I was truly moved to be able to swim close to the dolphins I had longed for, to see many fish, and to see many sea turtles up close. More than that, I was touched by the morning call, the crew's hula dance and performances on the boat, and the crew's desire for many people to meet the dolphins.

There are various dolphin tours offered by different companies, but I highly recommend Dolphin and You. I would definitely like to participate again.

前回、ハワイに行った時に別の会社のドルフィンのツアーに参加したのですが,船酔いで,シュノーケリングは断念したため、今回こそはどうしてもドルフィンと泳ぎたいととても楽しみにしていました。しかし、ハリケーンの影響か、一日目は高い確率で会えるはずのドルフィンに会えませんでした。
しかし、泳げない上に泳ぎ始めてすぐに足をつった主人を日本語ガイドさんが、浮輪,で誘導して、ウミガメのところまで案内してくれたので、主人はドルフィンには会えなくても、十分楽しめようです。
私はドルフィンに会えなかった場合の半額チケットで、翌日もトライしました。
念願のドルフィンの近くで泳げたこと、たくさんの魚達、たくさんのウミガメを間近で見れたこと、本当に感激しました。
しかし、それ以上に、朝のモーニングコール、船の上でのクルーの皆さんのフラダンスやパフォーマンス、多くの人にドルフィンに会ってもらいたいというクルーの皆さん想いに触れて、感動しました。
色々な会社さんのドルフィンツアーがありますが、ドルフィンアンドユー様をおすすめします。私も、是非、また参加したいです。

It was my first time in Hawaii and my first time parasailing, and it felt absolutely amazing. I chose the 150m option. I usually can't handle thrill rides and have a slight fear of heights, but being over the ocean made it not matter; the feeling and excitement outweighed any fear, so I wasn't scared at all. Crossing a suspension bridge in VR was scarier for me. My wife tends to get motion sickness, and even though she took motion sickness medication, she still felt nauseous.

初めてのハワイ、初めてのパラセーリングでしたが、最高に気持ちよかったです。
150mを選びました。絶叫系ダメ、若干高所恐怖症でしたが、海の上だと気にならないというか、気持ち良さ、や興奮が上回るのでまったく怖くなかったです。VRで高いところで吊り橋渡る方が怖かった。。
嫁は酔いやすい体質で、酔い止め飲んでいましたが酔っていました。

I participated with my elderly mother. Our guide, Miho, was very attentive and taught us many things. Thanks to her insights about not only Hawaiian culture and history but also the flowers and trees in the courtyard, I feel like we enjoyed our trip many times more! It was my mother's first experience with hula dancing, and the teacher was wonderful and friendly, which made my mother very happy.

年老いた母と二人で参加しました。ガイドのミホさんはとても丁寧に色々な事を教えてくださいました。ハワイの文化や歴史以外にも中庭の花や木など教えて頂いたおかげで旅行が何倍も楽しめた気がします！母にとって初めてのフラダンス体験でしたが、先生も素敵で気さくな方で母も喜んでいました。

Although I had a little surfing experience in Japan, it was my first time riding waves in Waikiki, especially on a reef! At 49 years old and lacking in stamina, I was exhausted from paddling! During those times, the kind and strong Adam helped me by pulling my board with his feet multiple times! Thanks to Adam, I was able to catch many great waves! Thank you so much! (*^^*)

日本で少しだけサーフィン経験はあったものの、ワイキキ、しかもリーフで波に乗るのは初めて！
49歳、体力の無い私はパドリングで力を使いクタクタに！そんな時優しく力強いアダムさんが足でボードを引っ張り何度も助けてくれました！アダムさんのおかげで、たくさんいい波に乗れました！本当にありがとう(*^^*)

There was a large group of dolphins, but they were far below my feet, so I almost missed them. I wish I could have gotten a little closer. Since they are wild, I can't complain.
After the dolphins, we went to the turtle point, and that was really great. It was my first time seeing so many turtles, including baby turtles, up close. Stand-up paddleboarding and the trampoline were also a lot of fun. The BBQ hamburgers were delicious because they cooked them right there on the spot. I also appreciated that they were accommodating with various requests like gluten-free and no cheese.

イルカの大群はいましたが、足元のずっと下の方だったので、見落としそうでした。もう少し近くまで寄れたらよかったのですが。野生なので、文句は言えないですよね。
イルカの次にカメのポイントに行き、そこがとってもよかったです。あんなにそばでたくさんのカメ、子亀？を見るのは初めてでした。またスタンダップパドルボートやトランポリンなど、とっても楽しかったです。BBQハンバーガーは、その場で焼いてくれてるのでとてもおいしかったです。グルテンフリーやチーズなしなどいろいろな希望を聞いてくれるのもありがたいですね。

As I read in the reviews, I changed into my swimsuit, grabbed a towel and a few belongings, and headed to the pickup location. I was loaded onto the trolley and signed a paper with the parasailing instructions.

After checking in at the yacht harbor near Ala Moana, we departed with a mix of Japanese and foreign participants, a total of 12 people in 6 groups. Two young guys operated the boat and prepared for parasailing.

After a short while, we took turns putting on the parasailing belts and life jackets. Once the parachute was fully opened and the belts were connected, we gradually ascended into the sky.

The view from above was incredible. Unlike amusement park attractions, being suspended in the middle of the sea and sky, looking down at the unobstructed view of Waikiki Beach, was truly magnificent!

The 10-minute flight was refreshing, with just a little swaying as the boat turned. This kind of experience is part of Hawaii's charm. I definitely want to participate in other activities again!

書き込みで見たように水着に着替え、タオルとわずかな荷物を持ち、ピックアップ場所に行きました。トロリーに乗せられ、パラセーリングの注意事項を書いた紙に署名しました。
アラモワナ近くのヨットハーバーで受付を済ませ、日本人、外国人混載で6組12人を乗せてボートは、ヨットハーバーを出発。
若いお兄さんが二人でボートの運転とパラセーリングの準備をします。
しばらく進んだところで、二人ずつ順番にパラセーリングのベルトを装着し、救命胴着を着せられます。パラシュートが十分に開きベルトが繋がれ、徐々に上空へとロープが伸びていきます。
上空からの見晴らしは最高です。遊園地のアトラクションとは、違い、海と空の真っ只中に放り出され、何も遮るものの無いワイキキのビーチを見下ろす景観は、とても素晴らしかった！！
ボートが旋回する際に揺れるくらいで10分ほどの空の旅は、爽快そのものです。
こんな経験が出来るのもハワイの魅力です。是非、また、他のアクティビティに参加したいです。

This was my first time using the service! We participated as a couple because we could swim with dolphins while snorkeling. We got on the shuttle from the Sheraton early in the morning, and it felt like the one-hour ride flew by while listening to the fun stories from our tour guide. Once we boarded the boat, we headed to the spot where the dolphins were. Since dolphins move quickly, we jumped into the water as soon as we arrived. I was amazed to see several dolphins swimming just below me!

After that, we moved to another dolphin spot, but we weren't able to see any dolphins the second time. In total, we only went to the dolphin spot twice. Next, we moved to a spot with sea turtles. They were small, but we were able to see them while snorkeling. We also did kayaking and paddle surfing. When we participated, we had enough time for kayaking, but I heard that sometimes if the schedule is tight, those activities might not be available.

今回初めて利用しました！
シュノーケリングでイルカと泳ぐことができるということで、夫婦2人で参加させていただきました。朝早くにシェラトンからの送迎車に乗り込み楽しいツアーのお兄さんの話を聞きながら向かったので片道1時間位があっという間でした。そして船に乗り込みイルカのいるスポットまで向かいました。イルカはすぐに移動してしまう為、着いたらすぐに海に入ります。
そして自分が泳いでいるすぐ下にイルカが何匹か泳いでいました。こんな間近でイルカを見ることができて感動しました！
その後も、またイルカスポットまで移動しましたが2回目は見れませんでした。
結局、イルカスポットへは2回しか行きませんでした。
次に海亀のいるスポットまで移動しました。小さかったですが、泳いでいる海亀をシュノーケリングしながら見ることが出来ました。
そして、カヤックやパドルサーフィンなどもしました。私達が参加した時は時間があったのでカヤックなど出来ましたが、その時によって時間がおしていたら出来ない時もあるそうです。

I had a great time communicating in Japanese both on the bus and at the destination! If I had to mention something, I was a bit disappointed that the meals and jeep tour were in English, but everything else was very good! On the cruise, I was able to see turtles, which made me very satisfied!

バスでも現地でも日本語ですごく楽しく過ごせました!!
強いていうなら、ご飯とジープツアーが英語だった事は少し残念でしたが他はとても良かったです！
クルーズでは、亀も見れて大満足でした!!

What a fun, fast excursion located near Waikiki! We did the 9 AM tour in the morning and it was clear and sunny! The crew has the system down to get all parties in/out of the harness easily and having a great time. They even offered to take pictures and videos for $30 extra which we took advantage of. We had a great time parasailing, and was off to our next adventure!

Great time, great crew, stunning scenery. They don't overcrowd the boat so there is plenty of room to move around. The crew makes the evening entertaining by socializing and they take pictures on request.

It was a bit on the expensive side, and I was hesitant, but I decided to sign up since it was a special opportunity. The instructor and the camera person really encouraged us, even though we didn't understand English, and I made friends with the Americans who participated with us. I definitely want to work hard and join again! ♪

ちょっと高めだし、悩んでいたんですけどせっかくだからで申し込みをしました。インストラクターのお姉さんやカメラさんも英語のわからない私たちを盛り上げてくれて、一緒に参加したアメリカ人とも仲良くなりました。　またがんばってぜひ参加したいです♪

The dishes that come out are impressive, and the selection of wine to match is exquisite. Whenever I go to Hawaii, I always make it my last dinner.

出てくる料理もさることながら、それにあわせてのワインのセレクトが絶品でした。
ハワイに行くときは必ず最後のディナーにさせてもらってます。

This was our first time to parasail and we had a great time. The crew were friendly, skilled and professional. We highly recommend Hawaiian Parasail. We can't wait to go again!

Dan and his wife were lovely and very helpful with the group of 9. Being a first time snorkeler and not a very good swimmer, they were patient with each and every one of us. We saw some lovely fish but unfortunately did not see turtles that day! :( Will definitely be back next time though! 10/10 would recommend especially for first time beginners.

The water was a little rough, but signs were posted every where to be careful. The lifeguard made an announcement & everything was fine.

The staff was kind and had great energy, making it a really fun tour. Despite a hurricane approaching, we managed to avoid it and set off in pleasant weather! We dove into the sea at two points to swim with dolphins, and luckily, we saw honu (sea turtles) at both spots. They made sure to check if everyone had seen the dolphins, and the explanations in both English and Japanese were reassuring. The slide after swimming with the dolphins was also fun and I highly recommend it! Due to the wind, we couldn't play on the trampoline, which I was looking forward to, but I'll save that for next time!

Once you get into the sea, you inevitably feel cold from the wind while on the boat, so I recommend bringing a towel or a hoodie to wear!

I didn't receive the eco-bag that was mentioned during the booking, but this trip was a highlight for me, so I'm satisfied! I will definitely participate again next time!

スタッフの方も親切で、ノリも良くてすごく楽しいツアーになりました。ハリケーンが来ている中、なんとか逸れてくれて、心地いい天気の中出発！イルカと泳ぐポイント2箇所で海へダイブ、ラッキーだったのかどちらのポイントでもホヌも見れました。 きちんと参加者全員がイルカを見れたかも聞いてくれるし、英語と日本語で丁寧に説明してくれるのな安心です。イルカと泳いだ後の、スライダーも楽しくてオススメです！風の影響で、楽しみにしていたトランポリンでは遊べませんでしたが、これは次回の楽しみに取っておきます笑◡̈

一度海に入った後は、どうしても船上で風を浴びるので、寒く感じます。タオルやパーカーなど羽織れるものを持っていくことをオススメします！

申し込み時に書いてあったエコバッグは頂けませんでしたが…
今回の旅でのハイライトとなりましたので、満足です！次回も是非参加します♪